Operating instructions G 811 dishwasher ö] To prevent accidents and machine damage, read the Operating Instructions before installing or using the machine. M.-Nr. 05 466 840...
Guide to the appliance Guide to the appliance View of the dishwasher 1 Upper spray arm (not visible) 8 Four height adjustable feet 2 Cutlery tray 9 Filter combination 3 Upper basket 10 Salt reservoir 4 Water feed for middle spray arm 11 Dual compartment detergent dispenser 5 Middle spray arm...
Guide to the appliance Control panel (facia) 14 “On/Off” button 19 Check/Refill indicators 15 Program sequence display 20 Child safety lock 16 “Top Solo” button 21 Door release 17 Program selector 22 Vent for drying fan 18 “Start”...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Repairs should only be performed by a qualified and competent per- son. Disconnect the appliance from the Please follow all basic safety power supply before servicing (pull out precautions when operating the plug or “trip” the circuit breaker). this dishwasher.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When loading dishes and cutlery: – Place sharp items away from the door seal to prevent damaging the seal. – Load knives pointing down to prevent injuries. Do not wash plastic items unless they are labeled “dishwasher safe”. For items not labeled, check the manu- facturer’s recommendations.
INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES SUR LA SÉCURITÉ INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES SUR LA SÉCURITÉ AVERTISSEMENT Les réparations doivent être effectuées uniquement par une personne compétente. Débrancher Au moment d’utiliser votre l’appareil de la prise de courant avant lave-vaisselle, veuillez ob- d’en faire l’entretien (enlever la fiche de server toutes les mesures de la prise ou fermer le disjoncteur).
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INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANTES SUR LA SÉCURITÉ Au moment de remplir le lave-vaisselle : – Mettre les articles pointus de manière à ce qu’ils n’endommagent pas le seau étanche de la porte. – Mettre le tranchant des couteaux vers le bas afin d’éviter les risques de blessure.
Caring for the environment Caring for the environment Disposal of the packing Energy saving washing material This dishwasher is exceptionally eco- nomical in the use of water and electric- The cardboard box and packing mate- ity. For best results follow these tips: rial protects the appliance during ship- ping.
Miele Technical Service Department. Load dishes correctly The salt reservoir must only be filled with water and salt. Never fill it with de- Load dishes so that water can reach all tergent.
Before using for the first time Before using for the first time To open the door Child Safety Lock The yellow key for the Child Safety Lock is shipped on one of the spikes at the front of the upper basket.
Before using for the first time Water softener Turning the water softener off To achieve good cleaning results, the If your water is consistently soft dishwasher needs soft water. Hard (below 8 gr/gal) the salt reservoir water results in calcium deposits on should not be filled with salt and dishware and in the dishwasher.
Before using for the first time Programming and setting the water hardness level Your water hardness must be pro- grammed into the dishwasher using the buttons on the control panel. The water hardness selector in the wash cabinet is then also set to correspond to the water hardness level in your area.
Before using for the first time ^ Press the “Top Solo” button. The “Top Solo” indicator lights. ^ Turn the program selector to “Stop”. ^ Turn off the dishwasher. The water hardness level is now stored in the program memory. Setting the water hardness selector in the wash cabinet The water hardness level selector in the...
Before using for the first time Checking the programmed water hardness level ^ Turn off the dishwasher. ^ Turn the program selector to “Stop”. ^ Hold the “Top Solo” button in and at the same time turn on the dish- washer with the “On/Off”...
Before using for the first time Before using for the first time Filling the salt reservoir To fill the salt reservoir: ^ Remove the lower basket. The salt reservoir should be filled be- fore the first use and when ever the ^ Unscrew and remove the salt reser- “Salt”...
Before using for the first time Salt indicator When the salt reservoir is empty, the "Salt-PC" indicator will light, indicating that it should be refilled with reactivation salt. After the reservoir has been filled, the water softener is automatically reactivated the next time the dishwasher is started.
Before using for the first time Rinse aid Adding rinse aid Rinse aid is recommended to prevent spotting on dishes and glassware that normally occurs during the drying cycle. Filling the rinse aid reservoir with detergent will damage the reservoir. Only pour rinse aid formulated for residential dishwashers into the reservoir.
Before using for the first time Rinse aid indicator The rinse aid indicator on the control panel will light when the rinse aid reser- voir needs refilling. ^ Pour liquid rinse aid into the reservoir until it is visible on the surface of the screen.
Before using for the first time Setting the dosage The dosage selector is preset to 3. This dispenses approximately 3 ml of rinse aid per program. It can be adjusted from 1 to 6, depending on your needs. ^ Use a higher setting if spots appear on dry glassware.
Loading the dishwasher Loading the dishwasher ^ Small cups and glasses should be Do not wash items soiled with ash, wax, grease or paint in the dish- placed on the cup racks. Taller mugs washer. and glasses can be placed under- Ash does not dissolve and will be neath the rack.
Loading the dishwasher Loading examples Adjustable cup rack Upper basket To make room for tall glasses raise the rack and lower it to double stack For small, lightweight, or delicate items smaller pieces. like cups, saucers, glasses, and des- sert plates. Flat pans can also be If the upper basket is set to the placed in the upper basket.
Loading the dishwasher Adjusting the upper basket Depending on the setting of the upper basket, the following plate dimensions The upper basket height is adjustable. can be accommodated: If tall items are being washed, more room can be created by raising or low- Upper Plate diameter ering the upper basket.
Loading the dishwasher Lower basket For larger and heavier item such as plates, serving platters, saucepans, bowls, etc. Small items like saucers can also be placed in the lower basket. Do not place thin , delicate glassware in the lower basket unless a special basket with glassware insert is in- stalled.
Loading the dishwasher Cutlery tray Spoon heads should be placed in con- tact with the serrated retainers of the For best results cutlery should be cutlery tray so water can run off. grouped in zones, one for knives, one for forks, etc. making unloading easier. Place the blades of knives and the tines of forks between the holders.
Loading the dishwasher Items not suitable for dish- Miele recommends: washers: – Wash delicate glassware using the “Economy” program or the “China & – Cutlery with wooden handles. Crystal” program to reduce the risk – Wooden cutting boards. of clouding.
Operating the dishwasher Operating the dishwasher ^ Close the cover. The cover will al- Adding detergent ways be open at the end of a wash Use only powdered detergents or program (except “Rinse & Hold”). tablets formulated for residential Generally, filling the dispenser with dishwashers.
Operating the dishwasher Choosing a program Program selection “Energy Saver” Program Approximately 0.20 kWh of electricity is Choose a wash program depending on used during this cycle. the type of dishes and the degree of soiling. ^ Use this program for light to normally soiled dishes.
Operating the dishwasher Turning on the dishwasher Starting a program ^ Check that the spray arms are not ^ When selecting a program, refer to blocked. the program chart of this booklet. ^ Close the door. ^ Turn the program selector (17) clock- wise or counterclockwise to the de- ^ Open the water valve, if closed.
Operating the dishwasher Program sequence indicator Turning off the dishwasher lights (15) At the end of a program: The “Rinse” indicator light comes on in ^ Turn the program selector (17) to the Prewash, Main wash, Interim rinse “Stop”. and Final rinse stages of a program. The “End”...
Operating the dishwasher Interrupting a program Changing a program A program is interrupted as soon as the If a program has already started and door is opened. you wish to change it proceed as fol- If the door is closed again, the program lows: will continue from the point it was at be- ^ Turn the program selector (17) to the...
Operating the dishwasher Additional features Because a smaller load is being “Top Solo” (16) washed the amount of detergent rec- “Top Solo” is recommended when ommended can be reduced to approxi- washing a small load. With this function mately 2/3 of the amount for a full load. most of the water is directed only to the When using less detergent make sure top and middle spray arms of the dish-...
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Operating the dishwasher ^ Turn the dishwasher on using the “On/Off” button (14). The “Start” indicator light (18) will come ^ Turn the program selector (17) clock- wise or counterclockwise to the se- lected program. ^ Press the “Top Solo” button (16). The “Top Solo”...
Operating the dishwasher Unloading the dishwasher ^ Dishes tend to break and chip more easily when hot. Let dishes cool until they are comfortable enough to han- dle before unloading. ^ Dishes will cool much faster if the dishwasher door is opened a few inches after a program has finished.
Cleaning and care Cleaning and care Cleaning the filters in the wash cabinet The combination filter in the base of the wash cabinet should be regularly in- spected and cleaned, every 4 - 6 months. Any broken glass or dishware should be removed immediately.
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Cleaning and care ^ Turn the combination filter over and ^ Return the combination filter so that it open the coarse filter cover by pull- lies flat in the base of the dishwasher. ing back on the locking tab. Secure it by turning the handle clock- wise.
Cleaning and care ^ Remove the lower basket. Cleaning the spray arms Sometimes particles of food get stuck in the spray arm jets. The spray arms should be inspected and cleaned every 4 - 6 months. ^ Turn off the dishwasher. Remove the spray arms as follows: ^ Take out the cutlery tray.
Cleaning and care Cleaning the wash cabinet Cleaning the control panel ^ Clean the control panel with a damp Generally, the wash cabinet is self cleaning, provided that the correct cloth and mild detergent. amount of dishwasher detergent is used. Do not use abrasive, all purpose, or glass cleaners, they may damage If lime scale or grease deposits form,...
Problem solving guide Problem solving guide With the aid of the following guide, minor problems can be corrected without a service call. Any work required on the electrical components of the appliance should only be performed by a qualified and trained person in accordance with local and national regulations.
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy Before searching for the The “Intake/Drain” indi- problem: cator light flashes, and – Turn the program se- the program stops. lector to “Stop”. – Turn the dishwasher off using the “On/Off” but- ton. Not enough water is en- –...
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– Press the “Start” but- ton. If the indicator lights flash again: – Call the Miele Techni- cal Service Dept. The spray arm is hitting Interrupt the program and Knocking noise from an item in the basket.
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The dishes were not See “Loading the dish- The dishes are not loaded correctly. washer”. clean. – Were the dishes placed inside of each other? – Could water reach all surfaces? The water feed for the Make sure that dishes middle spray arm was placed at the rear of the...
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The selected wash tem- Select a program with a Tea, coffee, or lipstick perature was too low. higher wash temperature. stains have not been re- Old or non-chlorinated Use fresh detergent con- moved. detergent was used.
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Problem solving guide Problem Possible cause Remedy The rinse aid dosage is Reduce the dosage set- There are smears on too high. ting. See “Adding rinse glasses and cutlery, or a aid”. bluish sheen on the sur- face of glasses. The film can be wiped off by hand.
^ If your water contains a large number pliers and rinse under running water. of insoluble substances, a filter be- tween the valve and the intake hose connection is recommended. These filters can be purchased from the Miele Technical Service Department.
Solving problems Checking the water level If the water pressure is less than 15 psi, not enough water will flow into the wash cabinet. ^ To check the water level, open the water valve completely and run the “Rinse & Hold” program once (with- out dishes), to bring water into the system.
Solving problems ^ Turn the program selector to Increasing the water intake “Economy 55 °C/130 °F”. time – If the “Top Solo” indicator does not To increase the water intake time, light, the water intake time is set to proceed as follows: normal.
Solving problems Cleaning the drain pump and non-return valve Use caution when cleaning the fil- ters, non-return valve or drain pump; glass or bone splinters may be caught in the bottom of the wash cabinet. If the dishwasher is not completely drained at the end of a program, the drain pump or non-return valve may be blocked.
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Solving problems ^ Pull out the non-return valve. The drain pump is situated under the non-return valve (see arrow). ^ Rinse the non-return valve under run- ^ Before returning the non-return valve, ning water. check to make sure that the drain pump is not obstructed.
Program update function - PC or if the appliance is under warranty, The “PC” indicator has the function of please contact your Miele Dealer or the Program Correction (PC). This allows a Miele Technical Service Department. technician to update the programming...
Special accessories Special accessories To make the most of your dishwasher If you would like... then you need..to wash bottles, ... a bottle holder e. g. milk or baby bottles ... to wash long stemmed glassware ... a glassware insert for the upper basket...
Transport Transport To transport the dishwasher, e.g. when moving to a new home, note the follow- ing: – Empty the dishwasher, – Secure any loose parts, e. g. hoses, cables, cutlery baskets. – Transport the dishwasher in the up- right position. If unavoidable it may be transported on its back.
Program chart Program chart Program When to use Detergent chlorine containing free chlorine Compart- Compart- Compart- ment ment ment (Wash (Pre- (Wash cycle) wash) cycle) Normal for normal everyday loads 100 % 20 % 80 % 55 °C/130 °F Sani Wash as Normal 55 °C/130 °F, 100 % 20 %...
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Program chart Program cycle Usage Duration Electric (kWh) Minutes (approx.) Main Interim Final Drying Cold Liters/ Cold Prelimi- Pre- wash rinse rinse water water Gallons water water nary wash con- con- con- con- pre- nection nection nection nection wash (10 °C/ (49 °C/ (10 °C/ (49 °C/...